Undergradu​​ate courses

Applications can be made from 1 September in the year before the course starts. The normal closing date for applications is 15 January. Late applications are accepted but are not guaranteed the same level of consideration as applications made before 15 January.​

My ap​​​p​​l​​ication

The University of Northampton will normally provide applicants with a decision within 21 days. Courses which require an interview, portfolio submission, audition or Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may take slightly longer but we will write to you explaining the next stage in the application process.

Successful applicants who do not require an interview will receive a formal offer letter and further information about their course.

Changing my c​ours​e once I have applied

Applicants can change courses if they meet the entry requirements for the new course and places are available. If the new course requires an interview or audition you will need to attend this before being offered a place. Applicants must put their request to change their course in writing, either by post to the Admissions office or by emailing admissions.

Applying for direct entry into the second or third year of a course

If an applicant has completed academic study that is equivalent to the first or second year of the course for which they are applying it may be possible to enter the course at the second or third year. Applicants will need to apply through UCAS and provide a transcript or list of modules including their credit value on request. The Admissions Tutor will then consider the application.

Part time s​​​tudy

Many courses at the University of Northampton can be completed through part time study. The majority of part time and professional courses start in October. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure we have your details before your course starts.

Entry requi​​rements

Applications for part time study at the University of Northampton are considered on an individual basis by the appropriate admissions tutor. Relevant personal, professional and educational experience is taken into consideration to assess whether applicants will be able to achieve the standards required on the course. Entry requirements vary so please check individual course entries for details.

Taught postgra​duate courses

The majority of taught postgraduate courses start in October. Most courses do not have formal closing dates but applicants are advised to apply as early as possible.

Applicants should hold a good first degree with at least second class honours, or an equivalent qualification. Relevant personal, professional and educational experience is also taken into consideration. Exact requirements vary between courses, please check the relevant GTTR (Graduate Teacher Training Registry) for details.

​Applying for PGCE programmes

Further information

If you would like more information about applying for a course at the University of Northampton, please email the Enquiries Team​ or phone them on 0800 358 2232.

​If a course you are interested in is not listed, please contact Admissions on 01604 892042 or email admissions.

Equal opportunities

The University of Northampton positively encourages applications from all sections of the community, regardless of sex, marital status, age, responsibility for dependants, socio economic status, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

​​If you do not meet the entry requirements

The University of Northampton welcomes applications from students of all ages, cultures and backgrounds.

​Applicants may also be considered on the basis of relevant experience. This can come from employment, voluntary activity, independent study and/or recent formal study.

The University of Northampton will also, where applicable, acknowledge prior learning at another institution to allow applicants to gain direct entry into higher levels of a course. For more information, please see the Policy for the Accreditation of Prior Learning.

Applicants who do not fulfil the entry requirements outlined in their chosen course's description, but believe that they do have equivalent experience are advised to contact the University's Admissions team who will be happy to discuss their options.​